Victorville, California, known for its desert beauty and growing High Desert community, is also a city deeply impacted by substance use disorders. While the mountain views and sunsets paint a serene backdrop, many residents are struggling with addiction to alcohol, fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other substances.
In San Bernardino County, where Victorville is located, substance use remains a significant public health issue. Between 2018 and 2023, overdose deaths rose dramatically, with fentanyl driving the crisis. In fact, San Bernardino County recorded 679 drug overdose deaths in 2022, up from 365 just three years earlier, marking an 86% increase (CA Department of Public Health). Fentanyl was involved in nearly 70% of those deaths. Methamphetamine is also one of the most commonly misused drugs in the High Desert, contributing to both overdose and treatment admissions.
These alarming statistics underscore the urgent need for accessible, compassionate drug and alcohol rehab near Victorville, CA. At Design for Change Recovery, we offer comprehensive programs tailored to help individuals in Victorville and the surrounding areas reclaim their lives.
Addiction doesn’t just affect individuals — it touches families, workplaces, and entire neighborhoods. When someone enters treatment and achieves recovery, the ripple effect strengthens the whole community. Clients who learn coping skills, rebuild confidence, and prevent relapse often return as contributing members of society.
At Design for Change Recovery, our goal is not only to help people stop using drugs or alcohol but also to empower them to live fulfilling, independent, and healthy lives.
We provide a full continuum of care to ensure every client gets the right level of support at the right time.
Addiction can be difficult to confront. That’s why we provide helpline-based interventions and family-assisted interventions to help loved ones take the first step. With guidance from trained specialists, families can encourage someone they care about to accept treatment in a respectful and structured way.
Detox is the first step toward lasting recovery. Our medically supervised detox program ensures clients withdraw safely from substances. Depending on individual needs, detox may involve Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) with medications such as buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone to minimize withdrawal symptoms. Detox typically lasts 3 to 10 days, but timelines vary depending on the severity of addiction.
Our inpatient rehab program allows clients to live on-site in a structured, supportive environment. Lasting from 30 to 90 days (with extended options if needed), this program combines 12-step integration, CBT, DBT, and holistic therapies to help clients address both the physical and emotional aspects of addiction.
Outpatient rehab is a flexible option for those who cannot commit to full-time residential treatment. Clients attend therapy sessions several times a week, building coping skills and recovery networks while continuing with daily life. Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides more frequent sessions, making it ideal for those transitioning from inpatient care.
PHP is our most intensive outpatient option, often serving as a bridge between inpatient and outpatient rehab. Clients engage in evidence-based therapies five days a week in a structured, hospital-like setting.
Sobriety is a lifelong journey. To support relapse prevention, we offer extended care services, sober living arrangements, and aftercare planning. Clients continue to receive counseling, resources, and community support as they transition back to independent living.
Every treatment plan is personalized to the client’s needs, but core therapies often include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Dual-Diagnosis Treatment (mental health + addiction)
Group and Individual Counseling
Holistic Therapies (yoga, mindfulness, nutrition, fitness)
Psychodrama Therapy & Experiential Therapy
Biosound Therapy for relaxation and focus
Family Therapy to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships
First Responder Wellness Programs tailored to Victorville’s significant military and law enforcement communities
Fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths in San Bernardino County, involved in nearly 70% of overdoses.
Methamphetamine is the most common illicit drug seen in treatment admissions in the High Desert region.
Alcohol misuse contributes to nearly 30% of rehab admissions in San Bernardino County.
In 2022, 679 overdose deaths were recorded in San Bernardino County, nearly doubling from 2019.
Rural and desert communities like Victorville face unique barriers: limited access to care, transportation challenges, and stigma often delay treatment.
Design for Change Recovery bridges that gap, offering Victorville residents a supportive environment just an hour and a half away in Lancaster, CA.
We believe cost should never be a barrier to treatment. Design for Change works with a wide network of insurance providers, including:
Aetna
Anthem
Beacon | Carelon
Blue Cross BlueShield
Cigna | Evernorth
GEHA
Humana
Kaiser (OON)
Magellan
MHN | Health Net
MultiPlan
TRICARE
TriWest
And many others
Our team will verify your insurance benefits and help you maximize coverage for treatment.
Q: What are the most common addictions in Victorville?
Methamphetamine, fentanyl, and alcohol are the leading substances driving addiction and treatment admissions in the region.
Q: How far is Design for Change from Victorville?
We are located about 90 minutes away in Lancaster, CA, offering a close yet safe distance for recovery.
Q: Do you provide detox services?
Yes. We provide on-site, medically supervised detox with options for Medication-Assisted Treatment when appropriate.
Q: Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We work with most major insurance providers to make treatment affordable and accessible.
Q: What programs are available?
We offer detox, residential inpatient, outpatient, IOP, PHP, and extended aftercare, all tailored to the client’s needs.